Takehisa Yumeji (1884-1934) remains today one of the most celebrated Japanese artists. His unique style -- characterised by a romantic, melancholic image of women--has remained popular with contemporary Japanese audiences. The six museums dedicated to his work as painter, printmaker and illustrator are testimony to his enduring appeal. Takehisa Yumeiji is the first publication outside Japan devoted to Yumeji's life and art. It chronicles the individuality...